Sr. System Software Engineer, AirPods, Sensing & Connectivity

Summary

Join our Headphone & Accessories team and help shape the future of AirPods! We build and integrate technologies that enrich people's lives through seamless, best-in-class user experiences.

Description

As a Senior System Software Engineer, you will design and develop software across Apple operating systems (iOS, macOS, and beyond) for a wide range of audio features and functionality. A core part of this role involves designing and building frameworks that expose and advertise AirPods capabilities to the broader Apple software ecosystem, enabling other teams and features to leverage the full power of AirPods hardware. You'll collaborate closely with design teams and cross-functional partners — including the AirPods firmware team — to prototype, architect, and deliver software solutions for audio accessories.

What we're looking for:

- A strong software engineer with a passion for building exceptional products
- Someone who thrives in a cross-functional environment and takes ownership from concept to ship
- A driven problem-solver who wants their work to be experienced by millions of people every day

Minimum Qualifications

You have 5+ years experience in software design/programming with C++, Swift, or Objective-C
You have a solid understanding of object-oriented methodologies, multi-threaded programming and operating systems concepts
You're experienced with wireless or audio solutions
You have strong debugging skills
You have a BS or MS in CS, EE, or related
Familiarity with AI-powered tools and the ability to incorporate them effectively into day-to-day workflows is required.

Preferred Qualifications

You're experienced working with wireless technology, (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi)
You have experience with SW audio features like Telephony audio or Bluetooth audio

Pay & Benefits — Cupertino, California, United States

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $150,400 and $277,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

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Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.